2007-02-26 02:18:41 · 9 answers · asked by AE 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
It's easier to just show up and on the first day tell them you have an issue with the particular trial that would exempt you. They usually weed out the ones they don't need pretty quickly. Make yourself look as biased as possible.
2007-02-26 02:30:35 · answer #1 · answered by Land Warrior 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It ultimately depends on the laws of the state you live in. However, if you were subpoenaed, or provided notice to appear for jury duty, and you fail to appear the judge could issue a bench warrant for your arrest for failure to appear. It usually is within the discretion of the judge if they want to do this. I have seen judges that merely tell the clerk of the court to re-notice you for appearance and I have seen judges that immediately issue bench warrants. Would suggest you call the court clerk and find out what your judge did in this matter. If warrant issued find out what if any fine may be appropriate, contact your attorney and get the matter resolved before you get picked up. Good luck.
2007-02-26 10:24:34 · answer #2 · answered by docholiday 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That is a very bad think to do, if you have a letter from the court to be part of a jury, and you don't want to, you still have to go and tell them directly, otherwise you get a warrant for your arrest, and a large fine you will have to pay.
2007-02-26 10:45:07 · answer #3 · answered by javierporras1983 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It may vary from state to state, but if one doesn't show up for jury duty, the judge will issue a bench warrant for your arrest for failure to appear.
2007-02-26 10:30:14 · answer #4 · answered by evil_paul 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Judge will issue a bench warrant for your arrest.
2007-02-26 12:49:54 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I dont know about any other state, but in Kansas, u are charged with contempt of court, and slapped with a $100 fine, and possible jail time.
2007-02-26 10:23:09 · answer #6 · answered by odwest22079 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The court can issue a warrent for your arrest due to contempt of court.
2007-02-26 10:23:05 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
You can get tossed in the slammer...
2007-02-26 10:26:20 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
you can be arrested
2007-02-26 10:27:56 · answer #9 · answered by Robert B 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋